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Gillespie approves $17 million appropriation for current fiscal year
Sgt. Laurie Gerdes presenting Devon Schoen to the council as Chief Jared DePoppe’s recommendation for a full-time police officer position.
Members of the Gillespie City Council on Monday night voted unanimously to approve a $16.9 million appropriation ordinance setting spending limits for the current fiscal year, hired a full-time police officer and voted to impose a $2.50 per month surcharge for sewer system users in East Gillespie and Eagarville.
The regular monthly meeting of the council was continued, in lieu of adjourning, to 6 p.m., Monday, June 24, at which time the council will consider payment of the first pay estimate submitted by Haier Plumbing and Heating, Oquawka, for work completed to date on the city’s $10 million water infrastructure project. City Treasurer Dan Fisher recommended delaying the action after consulting with project engineers at Curry and Associates Engineers. While the bill itself is proper, Fisher said, Haier used an outdated USDA Rural Development form to submit the request for payment. Until the pay request is submitted with a current form, Fisher said USDA would not accept the request.
He recommended continuing the meeting until June 24 in order for the council to legally approve the payment.
“I’ll warn you,” Fisher said, “it (the pay request) is more than a million bucks.”
In a related matter, the council approved the purchase of a street sweeper attachment for the city’s Bobcat upon the recommendation of Ald. Jerry Dolliger. Dolliger said he had received complaints from city residents about dirt and mud left on city streets as a result of the ongoing work associated with installing new water lines. At least two people had told him the vehicles they were driving slid through a stop intersection because of mud on the street. He said the city could either buy a sweeper or rent one for the three-year duration of the water project.
On a motion by Dolliger, the council agreed to buy a sweeper, but there was confusion about which of two options was authorized. Pricing for a self-contained unit that actually picks up and removes debris was quoted at $8,300. A less expensive unit priced at $5,300 has a side discharge to move debris to the street shoulder without actually removing it. Dolliger’s motion called for the purchase of the self-contained unit but identified the price of the unit at $5,307.50.
The council balked at a proposal to purchase a mini-trackhoe to clean ditches during the water project construction process. Dolliger said the contract with Haier does not include cleaning off streets or replacing gravel displaced by the project. Under terms of the contract, both of those responsibilities fall on the city. Fisher said the contract was written that way as a cost-saving measure. “The cost of having their crews do that is about three times what it will cost to use our guys,” Fisher said.
“We don’t have enough money to buy everything that everyone wants,” Fisher told Dolliger and the council. “I think your committee needs to come up with a budget and a timeline for when you need particular things.” At this juncture, Dolliger said the sweeper was a higher priority than the trackhoe.
“So your recommendation would be to go ahead and buy the sweeper and hold off on the other?” Mayor John Hicks asked, and Dolliger agreed.
SEWER SURCHARGE, WATER LINE PROGRAM
Also related to water and sewer issues, the council approved a pair of resolutions authorizing the collection of a $2.50 per month surcharge from individual users of the city sewer system in East Gillespie and Eagarville. City Attorney Kevin Polo said the city’s contract with satellite water users includes provisions for the city to raise rates by the same amount the city raises rates for Gillespie residents. The council recently voted to impose the $2.50 surcharge on city residences connected to the sewer system.
Council members also amended the city’s Water Ordinance to include provisions to assist property owners in replacing water lines between the meter and their homes or business places. At the end of the water infrastructure project, USDA reportedly will require the city to certify that it will have a “lead-free” system. As the contractor replaces water lines and connects the new line to city homes, it’s assumed that some of those homes will have lead pipes from the meter to the home. The cost of replacing those lines will fall upon the property owner.
To help property owners pay for new lines, the newly approved amendment will allow them to pay for the replacement lines over a period of time by paying an extra $25 per month on their water bills until the cost of the new line is retired.
APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE
On a motion by Ald. Dave Tucker, seconded by Ald. Wendy Rolando, the council voted unanimously to approve a $16.9 million appropriation ordinance prepared by City Treasurer Fisher. The action followed a 15-minute public hearing prior to convening the regular meeting during which Fisher offered a brief summary of the ordinance.
Fisher said the new appropriation ordinance totals $16,901,650. Roughly $12 million of that figure represents anticipated expenditures for the ongoing water infrastructure project, which is subsidized by a USDA Rural Development grant and loan. The “normal” appropriation covering regular operations of the city total $4.9 million.
“It’s up a little over a million bucks from last time,” Fisher said.
Fisher said neither city officials nor constituents should confuse the appropriation ordinance with an actual budget. While required by law, the appropriation does not anticipate what the city will spend in specific categories. It does, however, set spending ceilings for spending that cannot be exceeded during the fiscal year, which started May 1. “It can be amended by resolution,” Fisher said, “but I don’t anticipate that happening.”
The appropriation passed Monday night includes money needed to honor newly negotiated contracts with two of the three unions representing city employees.
Fisher described the appropriation as the first step in a three-step process needed for the city to legally spend tax dollars. While the appropriation authorizes total expenditures for specific categories of expenditures, each individual expenditures will require council approval. Aldermen have a third opportunity to vote on the expenditure when monthly bills are presented for payment.
“This is not a budget,” he reiterated. “It’s the upper limit of what we think we will spend in individual categories.”
With $10 million stripped out for the water infrastructure project, projected expenditures for the Water Department still make up a lion’s share of the appropriation—$2,220,500, compared with $1,857,750 last year. For General Administrative expenditures, $1,280,900 is appropriated, which includes $1 million in state funds that was included in the Capital Project Bill approved earlier this month by the state legislatures. Last year’s General Administration appropriation was $271,500.
The ordinance appropriates $822,500 for the Police Department, compared with $800,500 last year. For the Street Department, $826,000 is appropriated, compared with $788,000 a year ago. A total of $533,660 is appropriated for the Sewer Department, compared with $509,660 last year. The appropriation for City Lakes and Parks is $442,200, compared with $420,500 last year.
For the Administrative Building—which includes maintenance and repairs, some personnel costs and utilities—$64,800 is appropriated, compared with $59,300 last year. A total of $39,820 is appropriated for salaries of elective and appointed city officials, which is identical to last year’s appropriation. The appropriations for the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency and the Public Library are unchanged from last year at $21,000 and $38,270, respectively. Likewise, the appropriations for Parks and Recreational Areas and the Municipal Band are the same as a year ago at $47,000 and $3,000.
The appropriation for participating in FICA is increased from $90,000 a year ago to $97,000 this year. The appropriation for Liability Insurance is the same as last year at $50,000.
The ordinance appropriates $200,000 in motor fuel tax funds for street maintenance and repairs. In addition, $215,000 is appropriated for TIF Fund expenditures.
Typically, according to Fisher, the annual appropriation far exceeds actual expenditures on the part of the city. Last year, he said, the city appropriated about $5 million (excluding the infrastructure project) while knowing the city would actually spend only about 60 percent of that amount.
CAPITAL BILL WINDFALL
Fisher reported to the council that Gillespie expects to receive a grant of $1 million in state money to be used for infrastructure improvements. The grant is included in the $45 billion Capital Bill approved earlier this month by the state legislature, which is expected to be signed by the Governor.
“Hopefully we will get additional funding from the State of Illinois as a result of the Capital Bill, which will help us out quite a bit,” Fisher noted. The funds can be used for a variety of purposes, according to Fisher, including bridge repair and equipment repairs. “Some of it may be used to move forward with our Streetscape program,” he said, adding those expenditures probably would be limited to planning and design, rather than actual construction on the project.
REAL ESTATE SALE
Following an executive session lasting 45 minutes to discuss real estate, personnel and collective bargaining, the council voted to approve an ordinance authorizing the sale of city-owned property at 214 South Macoupin Street at a price equal to 80 percent of the appraised value. The property is appraised at $5,000, meaning the city will accept $4,000 to sell the parcel.
The action will facilitate the sale of the parcel to Dave Link, owner of Lumpy’s Tavern, who has expressed a long-standing interest in acquiring the property. The city originally had agreed to sell the property to Adam Tallman as a location for a new building to house Tallman’s insurance agency business. Tallman, however, ultimately opted to relocate his office in the former Drew Ford building, essentially putting the parcel back on the market. Link’s business is located adjacent to the parcel and Link presumably will use the property for further expansion of his business.
OTHER ACTION
In other action, the council:
- Hired part-time police officer Devin Schoen as a full-time officer. Sgt. Laurie Gerdes, who attended the meeting on behalf of Chief Jared DePoppe, said Schoen had been employed as a part-time officer for more than a year, and completed his training and certification while employed by the city.
- Approved lake lot transfers as follows: Michael and Cara Hayes, Lot 365; Ryan and Melissa Bussman, Lot 366; Jeremy and Shannon Sarti, Lot 367; Brad and Keri Rae, 63 Bishop Drive; and Eric and Karla Thyer, Lot 353.
- Agreed to contract with Reid Heating and Cooling, Gillespie, to clean and recharge an air conditioning unit at the Civic Center with an eye toward not having to actually replace the equipment; and agreed to contract with Bolash Roofing and Contracting, Divernon, to caulk an area of the Civic Center roof that is leaking, again with an eye toward avoiding a re-roofing project expected to cost $43,000.
- Unanimously voted to start charging a deposit and rental fee for picnicking pavilions at the Old Lake, New Lake and Big Brick Park. Persons reserving the pavilions will be expected to pay a fee of $50, $25 of which will be refunded if the parties adequately clean the facilities after use.
- Tabled action on an ordinance to authorize the city to provide police protection for the Village of Eagarville, pending further discussions with the Village President. The ordinance tentatively set the Village’s cost at $500 per month.
- Agreed to allow the Water Department to hire a part-time meter reader and a part-time Class C Water Plant Operator, provided the hirings do not conflict with existing union contracts.
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School board approves elementary school principal’s retirement, accepts resignation of high school teacher/coach
Long-serving BenGil Elementary School principal will retire in two years following the Community Unit School District 7’s Board of Education’s approval during Tuesday night’s regular monthly meeting of the board. On a motion by Kellie Vesper, seconded by Amanda Ross, the board voted unanimously to accept “with regret” the retirement of Elementary Principal Angela Sandretto, effective at the end of the 2026-27 school year.
At the time of her retirement, Sandretto will have been a district employee for 31 years, including 21 years as an administrator. Sandretto’s tenure predates the construction and collapse due to mine subsidence of the former Benld Elementary School. She started her career when the old Benld High School served as the district’s elementary school. She was principal when the new Benld school was built and when the seven-year-old building was destroyed by mine subsidence in 2009. She continued to serve as principal during the transition from the damaged school to the new BenGil Elementary School in Gillespie.
In other action, the board accepted without comment the resignation of Dalton Barnes as a physical education/social studies teacher, and as Gillespie High School head football coach. The resignation, accepted unanimously, appears to be related to recent controversy over alleged abusive behavior toward students.
Gillespie Police Chief Jared DePoppe and School Resource Officer Wayne Hendricks both attended the meeting, and left soon after the board completed actions related to personnel. Supt. Shane Owsley told the BenGil Post the police presence was a precaution due to concerns that “accusations and rumors on social media could spill over” into Tuesday’s meeting. An attorney from the law firm representing the school district accompanied the board into a one-hour executive session early in the evening to discuss personnel issues and other items.
Accusations on social media in recent weeks alleged Barnes and an assistant coach engaged in verbal and physical abuse of students. With a goal of 1,000 signers, an online petition urging the termination of employment for Barnes and the assistant coach has garnered 639 electronic signatures. The petition accuses the two men of “child abuse,” citing alleged “verbal abuse, physical abuse, influencing and coercing student athletes to act against other student athletes that have spoken out against the abuse, and attempting to limit the First Amendment rights of student athletes with threats and manipulation.” The petition alleges there have been numerous instances of abuse and that the abuse has been allowed to continue despite “multiple red flags and complaints.”
No members of the public appeared before the board to address the complaints. Several teachers and teachers union officials attended the meeting but, likewise, made no public comments.
ADDITIONAL PERSONNEL ISSUES
In other personnel action, the board:
- Voted unanimously to accept “with regret” the resignation for purposes of retirement of GHS/GMS guidance counselor Jill Strole at the conclusion of the current school year, and to post the position as vacant.
- Hired Aubrey Morgan as a first-year, non-tenured teacher tentatively assigned as the BenGil Elementary School music teacher for the 2024-25 school year, pending verification of certification requirements and a background check. Morgan is expected to receive her bachelor’s degree in music education this spring from Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.
- Voted to appoint Nikki Brawner as the GHS head women’s basketball coach for the 2024-25 school year. Additionally, the board accepted Brawner’s resignation as an assistant GHS women’s basketball coach and posted that position as vacant.
- Voted, in separate actions, to hire Alex Jasper and James Bryant as GMS paraprofessionals, pending verification of certification requirements and a background check. Additionally, the board voted to appoint Bryant as the GMS eighth-grade boys basketball coach for the 2024-25 school year.
- Voted to employ Alexis Lupkey as GHS head cheerleading coach for the 2024-25 school year.
- Voted, in separate actions, to hire Nikki Hunter and Rebecca Leitschuh-Birdsell as full-route bus drivers for the 2024-25 school year, pending verification of certification and background checks.
On a motion by Ross, seconded by Peyton Bernot, the board voted to employ Jennifer Parker, Nancy Schmidt, Amy Price, Marci Johnson, Karissa Smith and Vanessa Barrett as teachers for the 2024 elementary school summer school program.
In separate actions, the board hired Shanna Connor as a math teacher, Casey Edgerton as a science teacher, and Jessica Kelly as an English/language arts teacher for the Gillespie Middle School summer school program.
The board hired Ashlee Gibbs as a high school summer school math teacher, contingent upon student enrollment, and hired Jennifer Brown as the high school summer school driver’s education teacher. Penny Feeley and Janice Hammann were hired unanimously as summer school food service workers.
SAFETY GRANT PROJECTS
The board authorized Supt. Owsley to seek bids for several capital improvement projects related to student safety for which plans are still being developed. In January, Owsley reported to the board the district was successful in its application for a $466,365 state-funded Safety Grant. Matching the grant money with $155,000 in local funds, gave the district more than $600,000 in funding for capital improvements related to safety.
Owsley said architects are continuing to develop plans and bidding specifications for several projects, including installation of a new fire alarm system, installation of a new intercom system, installation of bullet-proof glass in the office area, and application of a bullet-resistant film on exterior windows. The Superintendent said he would advertise for bids as specifications become available.
FISCAL 2025 BUDGET
On a motion by Weye Schmidt, seconded by Bill Carter, the board voted to direct Supt. Owsley to prepare a tentative budget for fiscal year 2025, which will run from July 1 this year through June 30, 2025. The new budget typically is presented to the board in August with final approval coming in September.
In a related action, the board approved expenditures from fiscal 2025 funds to cover operating costs from July 1, when the new fiscal year begins, until the new budget is adopted.
Though not a given, the board could amend the fiscal 2024 budget in June in the event actual revenue and expenditures for the current fiscal year differ significantly from projections made in the budget approved last summer.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
Board members approved an intergovernmental agreement between CUSD 7 and Lewis and Clark Community College to offer dual credit courses at Gillespie High School. Under the agreement, Gillespie students can take college-level courses that will count as credit toward an LCCC associate’s degree. Teachers offering dual credit courses at GHS must hold a master’s degree and offer a curriculum approved by the college.
DISTRICT FOCUS
In a District Focus segment, the board was introduced to several High School FFA members who have excelled this year in competitions.
“These kids are doing some amazing things,” said High School Principal Jill Rosentreter. “They are going to competitions and bringing home trophies right and left.”
FFA sponsor Kayla Wills said she has led the program for six years. “This is the most outstanding group we’ve had since I’ve been here,” she said.
Wills introduced two teams––the Parliamentary Procedure team and the Ag Mechanics team––that have ascended to state competition set for May 2. Team member Emily Hauser explained the areas of expertise on which the Parliamentary Procedure team will be judged. Caleb Oberfall spoke about the Ag Mechanics team.
The Ag Mechanics team includes a carpenter, a welder, a surveyor, an electrician and a mechanic, according to Wills.
“These kids have worked really hard and put in a lot of time,” Wills said. “I am very proud of them.”
FOOD SERVICES ISSUE
A former district cook and current substitute cook, who identified herself as Mandy, addressed the board on behalf of district cooks regarding the possibility of contracting with Opaa! Food Management, Inc. to provide meals in the local district. Opaa! representatives offered a detailed sales presentation to the board last month.
“I worked for Opaa! at Staunton,” she said. “You need to look into them. They’re not what they say they are.”
She alleged the “homemade meals” are not homemade, and are, in fact, the same quality as any other food provider.
“I’ve been in food services for a long time and I know what food should look like,” she said. “It shouldn’t look like dogfood.”
The fact the company offers choices, she said, is a good thing but is a double-edged sword. If a child doesn’t care for the main selection on a particular day, they can have a peanut butter sandwich or salad instead.
“But if little Johnny doesn’t like peanut butter or salad, he doesn’t eat that day,” she said.
Having worked in the local district, she said she could attest that the food services staff cares about students.
In a related matter, Union Secretary Jennifer Parker read a statement from the food services staff thanking the board and Supt. Owsley “for the opportunity to continue to pursue options to bring more choices to the food program.”
OTHER ACTION
In other action, the board:
- Voted to renew membership in the Illinois Elementary Schools Association (IESA).
- Approved a finalized calendar for the 2024-25 school year. Owsley said the calendar is unchanged from a tentative calendar presented to the board earlier, except “snow days” have been designated as “emergency days.”
- Approved a fee schedule for the 2024-25 school day. Owsley said the new fee schedule is nearly identical to the fee schedule used this year except that the cost for adult breakfasts and lunches is increased by 10 cents. In addition, the district will now offer free breakfast and lunch to students in all grade levels thanks to a federal reimbursement grant for districts with high numbers of students from low income households. In the past, free breakfast and lunch was available only to kindergarten, elementary, and middle school students. This year, Owsley said, the high school also qualified for reimbursement. According to Owsley, the reimbursement program is locked in for four years, after which the district may again apply. “Hopefully, this will help our parents and students,” Owsley said.
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The Wilsonville Progressive Club will celebrate and host a 90 year Anniversary Party on Saturday, May 11. The party will include a catered dinner, a live band, and fireworks.
Doors will open at 2 pm with a catered dinner being served at 4 pm. The Shane Kessinger Experience (live band) will play at 5 pm, and a grand fireworks display will be held at dusk.
The Progressive Club was originally established in 1934 by the Progressive Miners and was located on the northwest side of Wilsonville’s main street. The Club moved to their new building in January of 1949 and today this is still the current location at 212 Wilson Street in Wilsonville.
Wilsonville was founded in 1917 when Superior Coal Co. Mine No. 4 was sunk and this was the most modern mine in the Superior field. At that time, the little settlement which grew up around the mine was called Wilson. One day a worker paused and asked, “What are we going to name this town?” President Wilson was in office, thus the town was then and there named Wilson until 1919 when it was incorporated and the name expanded to Wilsonville.
The Wilsonville Progressive Club is operated and maintained by an elected panel of trustees and loyal members. The Club is open to the public and membership is always welcome. The large outdoor covered pavilion and manicured grassy side lot offer an attractive and convenient venue for any event along with inside facilities.
If you are interested in renting for any kind of event, call 217-835-3122 during open hours which are Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 4 pm to close, and Sunday doors open at 2 pm. Every Sunday afternoon at 4 pm is the Queen of Hearts drawing and the Club is on Facebook as well.
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SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Oak Street in reference to a dog bite.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street to pick up a found item.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Chestnut Street in reference to a burglary.
An officer was out in the 200 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to a motorist assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Schmidt Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 1st Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Broadway Street in reference to a medical call.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Illinois Street in Benld in reference to illegal burning.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Horizon Street in reference to a 911 call.
MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2024
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a theft in the 100 block of South Main Street in Benld.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Osie Street in reference to a violation of an order of protection.
Nicholas O. Landolt, 36, of Gillespie was arrested on multiple warrants including one out of St. Clair County for possession for methamphetamine, a second one out of Montgomery County for failure to appear for driving while license was revoked, and a third out of Macoupin County for failure to appear for methamphetamine.
An officer was dispatched to East Walnut Street in reference to a suspicious noise.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Broadway Street in reference to a medical alarm.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a theft in the 200 block of West Oak Street.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to criminal damage to her property.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to identity theft.
An officer spoke with a female in the 100 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to a neighbor dispute.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a violation of an order of protection.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Southern Street in reference to a suspicious person.
TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 1100 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of East Walnut Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass to property. Melissa J. Hughes, 49, of Benld was arrested on a Montgomery County warrant for theft/larceny.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Francis Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue in the 700 block of Rose Street in Benld.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Pine Street to assist the Department of Children and Family Services.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Broadway Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Central Avenue in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2024
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to fraud in the 200 block of South Macoupin.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 500 block of East Elm Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to Route 4 and Staunton Road in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Gillespie Street in reference to unwanted solicitors.
An officer was dispatched to High Street and Gillespie Street in reference to a suspicious noise.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of High Street in reference to unwanted solicitors.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil standby.
An officer was flagged down at Elm Street and Clinton Street and spoke with an individual in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Mt. Olive Road in Eagarville in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a suspicious circumstance.
THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a panic alarm sounding.
An officer was dispatched to the 1300 block of South Second Street in reference to a civil standby.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Osie Street in reference to a dog bite. Heather L. Kimberlin, 47, of Gillespie was issued a citation for dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Baker Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was out with a suspicious vehicle in the alley in the 500 block of Park Avenue.
An officer was dispatched to East Walnut and South Main Street in Benld in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the Veterans Memorial Park in Benld in reference to a suspicious vehicle that had been parked there for a couple of days.
Gillespie Police Department was requested for traffic control by the Gillespie Fire Department for a fire on Eagarville Road.
FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of East Walnut Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Street in Gillespie in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Litchfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a suspicious person at the storage units. Kathy J. Henderson, 49, of Sawyerville was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for bad checks
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Maple Street and Macoupin Street. Kenny L. Fults, 18, of Belleville was issued a citation for possession of cannabis.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Mt. Olive Road in Eagarville in reference to civil standby.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Burton Street in reference to an animal complaint.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespassing. Timothy J. Dalpozzo, 57, of Benld was arrested for criminal trespassing to residence and a Macoupin County warrant for criminal trespassing to a residence.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at South Street and Chestnut Street and charges are pending crime lab results.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to Macoupin Street and Elm Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Osie Street in reference to a dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of North 8th Street in Benld in reference to medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Spruce Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Baker Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Street in Benld in reference to a medical call.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to an ordinance issue.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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